The Turn of the Screw Chapter 2

In which a letter bearing unwelcome news about one of the children introduces a tone of unease, prompting the governess to seek counsel and observe closely the household and its inhabitants. The mysteries of past governesses and the delicate nature of the children’s behaviour are hinted at with a subtle mixture of curiosity and apprehension, as the governess endeavours to gather understanding amidst ambiguous recollections.